Despite a family legacy of National University graduates, she “did the fact check” on the school for herself, and advises
others to do the same. “It’s a good education,” she noted, pointing out that it’s similar to a primary care doctor’s
education. “I have a lot of patients who are surprised when I start doing a physical exam because they have been to other
chiropractors who don’t do that,” she explained.
Sean Gregory, DC
Dr. Gregory grew up in a health-conscious family. When he began looking at graduate programs, his interest was in
physical activity and health beyond traditional medical practice. While other chiropractic programs had what he called a
“religious view of chiropractic,” he was drawn to National University’s science-based approach.
In addition to providing him with a strong understanding of physiology and how to be analytical, Dr. Gregory said he
appreciates that he also learned “to communicate in an effective way with patients.” Adding, “At the end of the day, if
you can’t communicate with your patients, they won’t make the changes that are needed.”
Since graduating, he has extended his education to include physical rehabilitation, sports medicine and nutrition, and
enjoys being in a practice with fellow alumni.
Jessie L. Potter, DC (Dr. J)
Dr. J took a different route to the family practice. She was in nursing school before deciding to complete her bachelor’s
degree in NUHS’ Biomedical Science program before moving into the chiropractic program. “I had some of the same
professors as an undergrad, which helped with the transition to the graduate program, although the course load was very
different!” she joked.
Growing up, she thought what her uncle did was “cool,” and she didn’t just want to make people comfortable, she
wanted to help them live healthier lives and maintain their health. “National University made me very equipped to
understand systems and processes besides the spine,” Dr. J stressed. “It helped make me a better doctor. We were taught
to look at things in a critical way.”
She said she feels that working with family members have provided a good atmosphere to “learn from people I admire
and respect.”
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